TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS

Language → English
Population (around) → 39,608
Currency → United States Dollar (USD) $

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS WEATHER

General weather Overview

 The weather in the Turks & Caicos Islands is typically nice and steady throughout the year. In comparison to the US or Central Europe seasons aren’t as distinctas they are in other parts of the world. The Turks & Caicos Islands have among the lowest precipitation levels in the Caribbean. Summer heat may be oppressive, although winters are thought to be more bearable. Throughout the year, there is very little rain, and even a drizzle is rare.

Cities

Cockburn Town / Capital – Grace Bay – Turtle cove – The Bight – Long Bay – Whitby

Fun facts

  • The flag of the Turks and Caicos Islands once represented an igloo! In a draft sent from the Turks and Caicos Islands, a cartographer from England mistook the salt mounds for the ice structure. With a little artistic license, he added small doors. The flag design was used for about 100 years
  • Many places in the Turks and Caicos fortify natural sea salt. The local Taíno took advantage of this, trading harvested salt for honey, fruits, and vegetables with natives of Hispaniola even before the Europeans arrived
  • The Turks and Caicos Islands have the third-largest barrier reef system in the world and some of the best dive sites in the world

Some popular local foods

Boiled fish and grits, Johnny Cake, Conch fritters, Crab and rice, Hominy grits, Lionfish, Conch ceviche, Lobster, Cracked conch, Coconut conch chowder, Local snapper

Some native animals:

Rock Iguana, Curly-tail lizard, Flamingos, Buffy flower bats, JoJo the Dolphin, Provo Ponies

Couple of reasons to visit

  • The island offers so many activities, such as snorkeling, kiteboarding, paddleboarding, parasailing, windsurfing, surfing, fishing, boat cruises and so much more
  • Unforgettable wildlife encounters! Spending time on a boat is the best way to explore the Islands. You are very likely to see a pod of wild dolphins, jumping eagle rays, or even have the chance to snorkel with humpback whales. JoJo the Dolphin can also be spotted from popular hotels on Grace Bay Beach
  • There are more than 40 islands and cays, of which only 8 are inhabited. During the day you can explore a private desert island, or even stay at the Meridian Club for the full private island experience
  • There is a wide range of fantastic restaurants with the finest cuisines to choose from in Turks and Caicos, there is something for everyone's tastes. Freshly caught seafood is a staple on the islands, including clams
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